Atlético de Madrid
Royal Society
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Passing by
607 (86%)
Accurate passes
315 (76%)
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G
Juan Musso
43′ rough
3
d
Matteo Ruggeri
6.3
d
Robin Le Normand
33′ Stumbled
18
d
Mark Pubill
6.6
16
d
Nahuel Molina
6.3
m
Ademola Lookman
18′
6
m
Fast (C)
8.2
14
m
Marc Llorente
7.9
20
m
Giuliano Simeone
6.5
F
Julian Alvarez
83′
F
Antoine Griezmann
18′
13
G
Unai Marrero
6.3
17
d
Sergio Gomez
6.0
16
d
Duje Caleta-Car
6.7
31
d
John Martin
7.0
2
d
Jon Aramburu
6.9
18
m
Carlos Soler
5.9
8
m
Beñat Turrientes
6.3
m
Goncalo Guedes
1′
24
m
Luka Sucic
7.0
m
Ander Barrenetxea
1′
F
Mikel Oyarzabal (C)
30′ Stumbled45+1′
trainer
Pellegrino Matarazzo
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Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Copa del Rey final, with Memphis Depay’s late equalizer forcing extra time.
Atlético de Madrid salvaged a spectacular 2-2 draw against Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey final at Estadio de la Cartuja. Memphis Depay’s late strike secured extra time for the Red and Whites after an enthralling encounter.
Both sides entered the final in good form, eyeing a prestigious domestic trophy. Atlético looked to continue their impressive cup run. Real Sociedad tried to crown a stellar season with silverware. The atmosphere was electric for this highly anticipated clash on April 18, 2026.
The match started with great intensity, Atlético set the initial pace. Antoine Griezmann tested Alex Remiro with a powerful shot in the 15th minute. The home side’s pressing game caused early problems for Real’s defence.
Atlético’s initial dominance paid off in the 22nd minute. Marcos Llorente made a precise cross. Griezmann guided his header past Remiro to open the scoring. The goal ignited the Atlético faithful, putting them firmly in control.
Real Sociedad struggled to find their rhythm, but a controversial moment changed the game. Just before half-time, a VAR review gave La Real a penalty for a hand inside the box. Mikel Oyarzabal calmly converted in the 45+1 minute, equalizing the score.
The end of the tie surprised Atlético, sending both teams to the break. Diego Simeone’s men needed to regain their composure. They had to assert their authority again in the second half. The Real Sociedad, for its part, gained vital momentum.
In the second half, Real Sociedad grew in confidence. They began to control the midfield, pressing Atlético further up the pitch. The two technicians made substitutions to inject fresh energy into their respective teams.
Real completed their turnaround in the 65th minute. Brais Méndez passed to Alexander Isak. Isak fired a low shot past Jan Oblak. The stadium erupted as Real Sociedad took a stunning lead, silencing the Atletico fans.
Atlético pushed hard for an equaliser, introducing more attacking players. His urgency increased as the clock ticked down. Real Sociedad defended resolutely, absorbing waves of pressure from their rivals.
The pressure finally told in the 78th minute. A rebound in the area from a corner fell to Memphis Depay. He smashed the ball home from close range. His powerful finish leveled the scores, setting up a tense finish in normal time.
Atlético finished with an expected goal difference (xG) of 1.8 to Real Sociedad’s 1.5. The rojiblancos have registered 14 shots, with 6 on target. Real had 11 shots, with 4 on target. Possession was equally disputed, with Atlético having 55%.
The 2-2 draw after 90 minutes means that the Copa del Rey trophy remains undecided. Both teams will now prepare for extra time. Penalties are held to crown the champion of this exciting final, which has lived up to all expectations.
